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Annual General Meeting
Our AGM will be taking place on the 13th January 3-4pm, YMCA, MK9 2NR.
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Marketing and Audience Development Meeting
The next meeting, featuring Destination MK and Sophie Etc, will take place on the 16th January, 10 – 11.30 at Camphill Milton Keynes, MK15 9JY.
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Mandy Legg Appointed as Chair of Arts and Heritage Alliance MK
Arts and Heritage Alliance MK (AHA-MK) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mandy Legg as its new Chair. With an extensive background in Children’s Services and Arts & Culture, Mandy brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her new role.
She has recently completed a year as Mayoress of Milton Keynes where she has shone a light on the amazing work being done by the community groups, charities, business sector and charities in our city. She is also passionate about breaking down the stigma around mental illness and shares her own story to inspire others with what is possible.
In her capacity as Chair, Mandy will lead AHA-MK in its mission to champion the rich heritage and the creative future of Milton Keynes. With her visionary leadership, AHA-MK will continue to work on behalf of the Arts & Heritage organisations to position the cultural sector as a strategic contributor to the community and economy of Milton Keynes.
Mandy expressed her enthusiasm for the opportunity, stating, “I am honoured to take up the role of Chair for AHA-MK. I look forward to working closely with our members and stakeholders to advance our shared vision and to ensure all voices of our diverse arts and heritage sector are heard and engaged. In 2027 we have an opportunity to unite in celebration of Milton Keynes 60th Birthday sharing with our city our extraordinary talents and creativity!
Prior to her appointment, Mandy Legg served in various leadership positions, including Chair of Dada-South 2003 – 2007, a regional organisation in the South East, championing the work of disabled artists, and Director of Inter-Action MK, 1993-2006 demonstrating her commitment to promoting the arts and heritage.
Her work as an artist photographer was well known in the nineties, with her show titled, ‘Out to Lunch – A Personal Exploration of the Psychiatric System’ touring galleries nationally, and being the subject of two television programmes, BBC 2 ‘From the Edge’ and ITV ‘Link.’ Her dedication to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in the arts aligns perfectly with the values of the Alliance.
Emma Courtney, Acting Chair of AHA-MK commented; “There has never been a more important time to gather evidence about and advocate for the power and impact of culture, the arts and heritage in society. The board of AHA-MK are thrilled that Mandy will be joining us in this vital leadership role.”
AHA-MK extends its warmest welcome to Mandy Legg and looks forward to a future of continued growth and collaboration within the sector. We’re delighted to be welcoming our new Chair to the next Members Meeting (details below), marking Mandy Legg’s start date with AHA-MK.
